Manners and Rules of Good Society; Or, Solecisms to be Avoided
A Guide to Proper Behavior in High SocietyBy Anonymous
Length6h 51m
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In "Manners and Rules of Good Society; Or, Solecisms to be Avoided," the anonymous author presents a comprehensive guide to the social etiquette and decorum expected in 19th-century society. This prescriptive work employs a didactic literary style, characterized by its straightforward prose and moralistic tone, aiming to instruct readers on navigating the complexities of social interactions. Through a series of illustrations, anecdotes, and direct admonitions, the book tackles various themes, such as the avoidance of social faux pas, the cultivation of personal etiquette, and the understanding of social hierarchy, reflecting the cultural values and anxieties of its time. The anonymity of the author adds an intriguing layer to the book, allowing the text to transcend personal identity and speak universally to the societal norms of the era. The author likely drew from contemporary discussions on civility and class distinctions, informed by the burgeoning middle class and the rising importance of manners as a reflection of one'Äôs social status. This context is critical in understanding not only the content of the work but also its significance in shaping social behavior practices. "Manners and Rules Of Good Society" is essential reading for anyone interested in social history, etiquette, or the evolution of cultural norms. Its insights remain surprisingly relevant, making it a valuable resource for modern readers seeking to understand the foundations of social conduct. This book is not just an artifact of its time but a timeless exploration of human interaction.
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GenrePsychology
Length6 hrs 51 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 27, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
22CHAPTER XXIII: GARDEN-PARTIES
2CHAPTER IV: PAYING CALLS
23CHAPTER XXIV: TOWN GARDEN-PARTIES
3CHAPTER V
24CHAPTER XXV: EVENING GARDEN-PARTIES
4PRECEDENCY: Table of General Precedency
25CHAPTER XXVI: LUNCHEONS
5CHAPTER VI: THE COLLOQUIAL APPLICATION OF TITLES
26CHAPTER XXVII: BREAKFASTS
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6CHAPTER VII: POINTS OF ETIQUETTE AS REGARDS ROYAL PERSONAGES
27CHAPTER XXVIII: PICNICS AND WATER-PARTIES
7CHAPTER VIII: POINTS OF ETIQUETTE WHEN TRAVELLING ABROAD, AND PRESENTATIONS AT FOREIGN COURTS
28CHAPTER XXIX: JUVENILE PARTIES
8CHAPTER IX: THE RECEIVED MODE OF PRONOUNCING CERTAIN SURNAMES
29CHAPTER XXX: WRITTEN INVITATIONS
9CHAPTER X: PRESENTATIONS AT COURTS AND ATTENDING COURTS
30CHAPTER XXXI: REFUSING INVITATIONS
10CHAPTER XI: PRESENTATIONS AT LEVÉES AND ATTENDING LEVÉES
31CHAPTER XXXII: WALKING, DRIVING, AND RIDING
11CHAPTER XII: BALLS AND STATE BALLS
32CHAPTER XXXIII: BOWING
12CHAPTER XIII: DINNER GIVING AND DINING OUT
33CHAPTER XXXIV: THE COCKADE
13CHAPTER XIV: DINNER-TABLE ETIQUETTE
34CHAPTER XXXV: COUNTRY-HOUSE VISITS
14CHAPTER XV: EVENING PARTIES
35CHAPTER XXXVI: HUNTING AND SHOOTING
15CHAPTER XVI: WEDDINGS AND WEDDING LUNCHEONS
36CHAPTER XXXVII: SHAKING HANDS
16CHAPTER XVII: WEDDING RECEPTIONS
37CHAPTER XXXVIII: CHAPERONS AND DÉBUTANTES
17CHAPTER XVIII: WEDDING EXPENSES
38CHAPTER XXXIX: PRESENTATIONS AT THE VICEREGAL COURT, DUBLIN CASTLE
18CHAPTER XIX: AFTERNOON "AT HOMES"
39CHAPTER XL: HOSTESSES
19CHAPTER XX: "AT HOME" DAYS
40CHAPTER XLI: THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF LADY PATRONESSES OF PUBLIC BALLS
20CHAPTER XXI: COLONIAL ETIQUETTE
41CHAPTER XLII: PERIODS OF MOURNING
21CHAPTER XXII: INDIAN ETIQUETTE
42CHAPTER XLIII: ENGAGED
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